Cambodia Enforces Strict Laws Against Online Scams; Nepali Embassy Issues Urgent Notice
Summary
The Nepali Embassy in Bangkok warns Nepali citizens in Cambodia about strict new Cambodian laws against online scamming, urging them to cease illegal activities and return home.
Key Points
- Cambodia enforces strict laws against online scamming including penalties up to $500,000 and life imprisonment.
- Nepali Embassy in Bangkok issues urgent notice advising Nepalis in Cambodia to stop illegal activities and return immediately.
- Embassy highlights many Nepalis enter Cambodia on tourist visas but get involved in fraudulent schemes.
- Nepalis are urged to obtain labor permits and verify job authenticity before foreign employment.
- Embassy provides an online form to assess Nepalis’ situations in Cambodia and calls for reports of trafficking upon return to Nepal.
